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White Gold Contemporary Jewellery Ink Art Bracelet with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
sculptures with cube-cut smoky quartzes by oil painter and jewellery designer, Polya Medvedeva. Later, these
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Contemporary Jewellery Ink Art Bracelet with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
jewelry designer from Berlin. Originally, the collection was designed as minimalist sculptures in gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Signed GROSSE Gold Metal and Red Stones Brooch, Vintage Grosse Germany Jewelry
By Grosse
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
GROSSE at back From the 1950s to the 1980s, Grosse Germany factory produced costume jewelry and french
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Vintage 1960s German Brooches

Sacred Sculptural Jewellery Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant with Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace with a religious motive features a domed onyx stone
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Garnet, Emerald, Diamond, Yel...

Meteorite Gold Necklace Gold Cosmos Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold pendant with natural Meteorite meteorite measurements - 0.2 x 0.59 x 0.83 in / 5 x 15 x 21
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2010s German Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1960s German Cufflinks in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry collections. These fine and impressive vintage gold cufflinks have been crafted in 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1920s German Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

German Modern Cross Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The German Modern Cross Yellow Gold is a contemporary interpretation of a classic religious symbol
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tsavorite Gold Ring Jewelry Bright Deep Green Garnet LGBTQ Engagement Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18k yellow gold ring with natural tsavorite green garnet classic oval cut tsavorite origin
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2010s German Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Signed German Modernist 14K Gold & Moonstone Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine German modernist brooch. In 14 karat brush finished & high polished yellow gold With
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20th Century German Modernist Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

1960s German Art Deco Style Diamond Gold Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage German 0.06 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique German Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique German 0.75 carat diamond and 14 karat and 9 karat white gold cluster
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Vintage 1910s German Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

Antique German Diamond White Gold Pendant
Antique German Diamond White Gold Pendant
H 1.14 in W 0.35 in L 16.5 in
Yellow Gold Juniper Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, and was featured in Vogue UA
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two-tone Gold Plum Flowers Drop Brooch with Diamonds in White and Yellow Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Two-tone Plum Blossom brooch in 18 karat white and yellow gold with a removable citrine drop
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18-karat yellow gold contemporary brooch, N2, is part of the Bamboo triptych, and can be worn
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 14kt Gold German Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage 14kt Gold German Cross with Diamonds is a unique and intricate piece of jewelry that
Category

20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Bamboo Contemporary Brooch N3 by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat rose gold brooch N3 is part of the Bamboo triptych and can be worn in the traditional
Category

2010s German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Modern Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and amethyst. This
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Juniper Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold, and was featured in Vogue UA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold brooch, N1, is part of the Bamboo triptych which can be worn in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch N3 by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold brooch, N3, is part of the Bamboo triptych. It is a versatile piece that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Gold Contemporary Bamboo Brooch Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold brooch N3 is part of the Bamboo triptych and can be worn in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold brooch N1 is part of the Bamboo triptych and can be worn in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Bamboo Brooch Triptyque Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Medvedeva, an oil painter from Berlin. It is made of 14 karat white gold and was created to be worn together
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bamboo Garden Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Sculptural Brooches Triptych
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The 18 karat yellow gold Bamboo Garden triptych brooches are designer jewelry and a new must-have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom Brooch is a unique sculptural piece made from 18 karat yellow gold, encrusted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and cabochon smoky
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2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Fourteen Karat White Gold Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom brooch is a stunning addition to any jewellery collection. Made of 14 karat white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch with amethyst is encrusted with the 5 round diamonds. This
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Cameo, Gold Pendant Brooch, Germany, circa 1930
Located in Heerlen, NL
- 14K. yellow gold brooch / pendant with a shell cameo "Madonna with flower hair" - Dimensions: 52
Category

Vintage 1930s German Greek Revival Brooches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Heliotrope Brooch Encrusted with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
shine of 18 karat gold, creating a stunning display of lines, shapes, and light. The jewelry piece's
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Gold Modern Style Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch encrusted with an amethyst cabochon and five round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Bamboo Brooch N3 by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold brooch N3 belongs to the Bamboo triptych collection. It is a versatile
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Men Brooch N1 by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold brooch, N1, is part of the Bamboo triptych which can be worn in the
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s West Germany Gold Plated Synthetic Quartz Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with our 1960s West Germany Gold Plated Synthetic Quartz Ring, a stunning piece
Category

Vintage 1960s German Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold Plate

Yellow Gold Modern Style Transformer Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
We use top-quality natural diamonds (VS, F-G) from a German gems company that has been in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Meteorite gold ring Engagement unique Mens Unisex Jewelry Cosmos
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Meteorite stone measurements - 0.39 x 0.71 in / 10 x 18 mm
Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Bamboo Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Diptych by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The 14 karat yellow gold Bamboo diptych of brooches is designer jewellery or a new It-piece with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch N1 by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary 14K yellow gold brooch belongs to the Bamboo collection and is a part of the
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bamboo Brooch in Eighteen Karat White Gold N1 by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold brooch N1 is part of the Bamboo triptych and can be worn in the
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Plum Blossom Transformer Brooch with Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
, rose, or black gold, and you can also choose a different gem for the removable drop. This jewellery
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

German Shepherd Gold and Crystal Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of double-sided cufflinks. 14K yellow gold set with essex crystals depicting German Shepherd
Category

Vintage 1920s American Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold

Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch N2 by Artist Featured in Vogue Magazine
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14-karat yellow gold contemporary brooch, N2, is part of the Bamboo triptych, and can be worn
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Featured in Vogue Designer Rose Gold Contemporary Bamboo Brooches Triptych
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Bamboo triptych of brooches is a new must-have item crafted from 14 karat rose gold. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Juniper Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is made of 14 karat yellow gold and was featured in Vogue UA as
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Meteorite Gold Ring Promise Unique Mens Jewelry Planet Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Meteorite stone measurements - 0.39 x 0.71 in / 10 x 18 mm
Category

2010s German Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Brooch N3 by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a 14 karat yellow gold brooch, N3, inspired by a Bamboo triptych. It's a versatile piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Yellow Gold Blossom Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch encrusted with 5 round diamonds and a cabochon green
Category

2010s German Artist Brooches

Materials

Quartz, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Three Carats Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom modern style brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and a
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2010s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Transformer Plum Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch with a removable lemon quartz drop, encrusted with 3 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Detachable Moonstone
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom contemporary drop brooch is made of 18-karat yellow gold and encrusted with five
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Fourteen Karat Rose Gold Designer Bamboo Brooch Diptych by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Bamboo Diptych brooch, made of 14 karat rose gold, was featured in Vogue UA, Vogue RU, and Elle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat Gold Flower Contemporary Brooch with Purple Cushion Spinel
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Buttercup Flower contemporary brooch is a beautiful piece of jewelry, crafted from 18 karat
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern Style Eighteen Karat White Gold Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and rose quartz. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Brooch with Diamonds and Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch with a removable garnet drop, encrusted with 3 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Bamboo Garden Contemporary Brooch by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold contemporary sculptural brooch N3 belongs to a Bamboo Garden triptych. It
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Fourteen Karat White Gold Winter Juniper Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is made of 14 karat white gold, and it is a new and unique
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
can be ordered in white, rose, or yellow gold. The jewellery collection is designed by a painter from
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Sculptural Brooch Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Figs on the Leaf Sculptural brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold and is part of a limited
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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German Gold Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of german gold jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 2163 antique edition and 4961 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of german gold jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of german gold jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Victor Mayer and Colleen B. Rosenblat each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of german gold jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 3025 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our german gold jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 3042 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a German Gold Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of german gold jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $48 and can go as high as $749,387, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,342.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About German Gold Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Matte gold jewelry refers to a type of finishing technique. A matte finish on metals like gold creates a sleek look. Jewelers use special polishing tools to wear down the surface of the piece, creating the matte finish. Shop a selection of matte gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mexican gold jewelry is often made from 10 karat and 14 karat gold and is often stamped to identify the karat. The Mexican people have a rich history of gold jewelry dating back to the Mayan and Aztec empires, and Mexican gold jewelry is often very beautiful.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Hermès gold jewelry is real gold. The luxury French fashion house produces jewelry out of 18-karat yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. In addition, Hermès offers pendants, bracelets, earrings and other pieces made of other materials like enamel and genuine leather. Explore a diverse assortment of Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if gold jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Most gold jewelry will show either a number before the letter “K” for karat or feature a three-digit purity stamp, such as “585” for 14-karat gold or “750” for 18-karat gold. If you suspect that a hallmark may be fraudulent, try placing a magnet near your piece. Genuine gold isn't magnetic, so if there is a noticeable attraction, your jewelry is either gold-plated or made of a different material. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also tell you whether earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, pins and other pieces are real gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, while gold nuggets can be melted down and crafted into pure gold, gold nuggets in their raw form are not deemed to be “jewelry-grade.” While actual gold nuggets aren’t crafted into jewelry pieces, gold is often molded to mimic an organic shape similar to that of a nugget. Shop a selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Whether Grosse jewelry is real gold varies. A manufacturer of costume jewelry, Grosse tended to use less expensive metals, such as rhodium and brass, to produce its pieces. However, the jewelry maker did have a line of gold-plated jewelry that consisted of base metals finished with genuine gold. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Grosse jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Krementz jewelry is real gold. However, the maker typically produced gold-plated rather than full-gold pieces. Most Kremetz gold-plating features 18-karat gold, which is an alloy consisting of 75% pure gold and 25% base metal. Kremetz also made platinum-plated pieces. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Krementz jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024
    Whether Trifari jewelry is real gold depends on its age. Jewelry produced by the brand between 1904 and 1946 usually features genuine gold, but newer pieces typically do not. In 1947, the jewelry maker introduced a patented metal alloy. Its unique properties meant that the alloy would resist tarnishing, and accessories made with the alloy could be plated with other metals to create a gold- or platinum-toned finish. Trifari called this base metal Trifanium. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage Trifari jewelry and other costume jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, some LV jewelry is real gold. The French luxury house produces both fine and fashion jewelry. Gold pieces from the fine jewelry range generally feature real 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold, while those from the fashion line may feature gold plating or be fashioned out of palladium or other materials. On 1stDibs, find a range of Louis Vuitton jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Roman jewelry is gold. In fact, gold was the material most favored by ancient Roman jewelry makers. However, they also worked with other metals, including iron, copper and silver, when crafting rings, earrings, brooches, necklaces and pendants. Find a large collection of gold jewelry from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What non-gold jewelry is called varies, as there isn't a single term for all pieces made from alternative materials. Often, you will see people refer to fine jewelry by its materials. For example, sterling silver jewelry, platinum jewelry or titanium jewelry. When describing pieces crafted out of less expensive materials, you can use the terms fashion jewelry or costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Monet jewelry frequently is gold or silver-plated with paste gems to give it the look of real jewelry without the high price tag. This costume jewelry brand is known for creating luxe-looking jewelry that is affordable. Shop a collection of Monet jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, Swarovski jewelry is real gold. However, it is not usually solid gold. Most Swarovski gold jewelry features a thin layer of yellow gold plating over a base metal. Find a variety of Swarovski decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What the letters on gold jewelry mean varies. The letter P means that a piece is plumb and contains an exact amount of precious metal. For example, 14P would be plumb 14-karat and contain exactly 58.5% pure gold. GP indicates that the jewelry is gold-plated, while an R represents rolled gold. The meaning of GF is gold-filled, and the letters HGE denote that a piece has heavy gold electroplating. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if old jewelry is real gold, try placing a magnet near it. Genuine gold isn't magnetic, so if the magnet sticks, your jewelry is probably composed of a different metal or has only a thin layer of gold plating as its finish. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler inspect your pieces to identify their materials. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Versace makes real gold jewelry. Specifically, pieces from the Italian luxury fashion house's high jewelry line feature genuine gold. Jewelry from Versace's fashion or costume line is less likely to contain real gold. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Versace jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, you can buy 24k gold jewelry. However, 24-karat gold is a much less commonly used material than 14-karat and 18-karat gold. As 100% pure gold, 24-karat gold tends to be softer and more susceptible to scratching and breakage, making alloys a more popular pick for jewelry makers to use when crafting pieces. Find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Louis Vuitton is not just a noted handbag company, they also have a line of fine jewelry which includes gold, white gold, platinum and other luxe materials. Find earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets and more on their website and from trusted retailers. Find vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton bags and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.